Smallest Cities in Basque Country

Top 60 cities ranked by smallest cities

Smallest Cities - Basque Country

1 Deba 5,253
2 Zalla 5,343
3 Usurbil 5,559
4 Elexalde 5,683
5 Villabona 5,822
6 Urnieta 5,827
7 Lezo 5,867
8 Berango 6,064
9 Aretxabaleta 6,319
10 Güeñes 6,681
11 Elorrio 7,041
12 Lekeitio 7,254
13 Balmaseda 7,684
14 Ortuella 8,360
15 Zumaia 8,751
16 Zierbena 9,418
17 Ondarroa 9,546
18 Zumarraga 9,834
19 Amurrio 10,286
20 Oñati 10,896
21 Elgoibar 11,220
22 Azkoitia 11,266
23 Sopela 12,359
24 Arrigorriaga 12,435
25 Beasain 13,557
26 Mungia 13,705
27 Andoain 14,679
28 Bergara 14,707
29 Azpeitia 14,786
30 Pasaia 15,990
31 Ermua 16,252
32 Hondarribia 16,458
33 Bermeo 16,937
34 Gernika-Lumo 17,016
35 Lasarte 17,782
36 Oria 17,842
37 Amorebieta 17,846
38 Tolosa 18,044
39 Laudio / Llodio 18,314
40 Hernani 20,222
42 Zarautz 22,627
43 Erandio 24,262
44 Eibar 27,406
45 Sestao 27,445
46 Durango 28,229
47 Galdakao 29,226
48 Santutxu 30,836
49 Leioa 31,197
50 Errenteria 38,767
51 Algorta 38,982
52 Basauri 40,274
53 Portugalete 45,826
54 Santurtzi 46,978
55 Irun 61,983
56 Getxo 80,770
57 Barakaldo 100,435
59 Gasteiz / Vitoria 257,407
60 Bilbao 347,342

The smallest cities in Basque Country (with populations above 5,000) offer a different quality of life compared to major metropolitan areas. Deba has a population of just 5,253. These communities often feature lower costs of living, stronger neighborhood connections, and less congestion.

Small cities can offer significant advantages for residents seeking affordable housing, shorter commutes, and a close-knit community feel. Many serve as regional centers for surrounding rural areas, providing essential services while maintaining a small-town atmosphere.

Despite their smaller size, many of these cities have thriving local economies, good school systems, and access to outdoor recreation. They represent an alternative to the fast-paced lifestyle of major metropolitan areas.

Did You Know?

  • 1. At 5,253 residents, Deba is smaller than a single large apartment complex in New York City.
  • 2. Small cities (5,000-10,000) make up the majority of incorporated places in the United States.
  • 3. Many of the smallest cities serve as county seats or regional service centers for surrounding rural communities.

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